Find a Newborn Care Specialist Near Me in Laurel, MD

Hi, my name is Iyonna and I’m a postpartum doula based in the DMV area. My philosophy is that mothers deserve to be nurtured, supported, and cared for during the fourth trimester. I believe the postpartum period is a time for healing, rest, and adjustment, and no mother should feel like she has to navigate it alone. I support families by helping them prepare for postpartum, adjust to life with a newborn, and feel emotionally supported during the early weeks after birth. My approach focuses on creating a calm and nurturing environment through practical support, gentle guidance, and encouragement so mothers can rest, heal, and build confidence in this new season of motherhood.

Hi, I’m Lynnese 🤍 A full-spectrum doula devoted to supporting women through every stage of their journey pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. I believe this journey is sacred, vulnerable, and transformative. My goal is to create a calm, nurturing space where you feel safe, empowered, and deeply cared for. My work is rooted in my own lived experiences as a mother, and a woman who understands both the beauty and the hardships of motherhood including loss. In my free time, I love being with my children, creating meaningful memories, and trying new places to eat. I’m a true foodie at heart.

Hi there! My name is Darshal but you can call me Dee! I am a mom and experienced doula. I’m originally from Mississippi, and have a beautiful, blossoming teenage daughter! My journey into motherhood and the knowledge and empowerment gained through childbirth has led me to become a doula. I have a passion for helping women achieve a positive and satisfying childbirth experience. My goal as a doula is to help educate, advocate, offer support and comfort for all birthing persons during their fertility, pregnancy along with labor, ultimately leading to a positive birth and wellness experience. 

My name is Kemba. I’m a compassionate, hard working Birth Doula My skill is listening to mothers and working with them for satisfaction in birth outcomes. I can meet with mothers, we will design our work proposal and birth plan. Together we will use many therapeutic modes for your birth and immediate postpartum. My specialty is bringing the safety and beauty of natural birth to your setting. Myself I gave birth without epidural in a hospital undergoing a medical induction. With the right support you can have a healthy satisfyingly birth. I serve all areas of the DMV and parts of Southern Maryland and greater Baltimore.I’m looking forward to meeting your family.

My name is Tiana Johnson, and I have worked in childcare since​ 2014. Specializing as a Postpartum Doula and Newbor​n Care Specialist, I hold a degree in Early Childhood Develo​pment. Committed to providing care for newborns and families ​during the postpartum phase with genuine passion, I contin​uously enhance my skills through research, further educatio​n, and training sessions. I am excited about the opportunity to wor​k with your family as you embrace the arrival of your newbo​rn(s)!

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Hi, I'm Catherine! I live in Hyattsville with my husband, 2.5 YO son and puppy named Daisy. After graduating from the University of Maryland in 2014, I traveled around doing some mission work, met my husband while living in Maine and eventually we landed back in my hometown to start a family. I love spending time at the beach, going for walks outside, a little coffee with my cream, fuzzy socks, loud country music, driving with the windows down, bonfires, sweater weather, cooking and baking from scratch, salted caramel, mom groups and Gilmore Girls. I believe that birth is meant to work, and that all women deserve support, encouragement and respect while they are birthing their beautiful baby! Let me walk with you on this journey towards motherhood however that looks for you. I am happy to support you with in-person or virtual doula services. I am trained in Hypnobirthing and Lamaze techniques, and currently working towards certification with Madriella Birth Doula Certification. I am excited to meet you and support you on this journey - reach out to me today so we can chat about your hopes and dreams for this birth! :)

Thank you so much for stopping by! My journey to birth work began in 2017, following the birth of my first baby. I have been a fully certified childbirth educator and doula since 2018. Additionally, I recently obtained my Certified Breastfeeding Specialist certificate (CBS) from Lactation Education Resources in October 2025. Prior to getting into birth work, I attended Notre Dame of Maryland University, where I studied biology and graduated with high honors. I have since become a mother of 2. Both of my children were born without intervention and at home. When not working, I can be found reading for pleasure, exercising, doing yoga, hiking, or gardening. I reside in Bowie, MD and serve clients within a 50-mile radius of my home.

I have over 25 years of experience caring for infants, newborns, and toddlers. I have worked with multiple families and possess extensive expertise in nurturing newborns. Additionally, I am a certified postpartum doula with the skills and background to assist new parents in caring for their babies.

Hi Parent or Parents! I am so happy to introduce myself. My name is Tara, Lynn Townes and I have over 30 years of experience in working with newborns infants, and children. I am impassioned by providing quality care as a certified (NCS) newborn care specialist. Coupled with my extensive experience, I hold a masters’ degree in human development and a bachelors in child development. I am also a certified professional life coach with a forte in parent education regarding newborn care, and parenting as a whole. I also have extensive knowledge in developmental delays, and can scope them out very early on as I worked as a developmental therapist for many years. Moreover, I believe care for any human begins in the womb and once a child is born, they most certainly should be given every opportunity to be healthy, happy and loved . My philosophy is the whole child, which includes parental input and coaching . Parental input even for new parents is Paramount.. Lastly, I believe fostering activities that invoke supporting all stages and areas of development is something that begins immediately! ❤️😊

Hi, I'm Vee. I am a Perinatal Health Care specialist (Doula) Birth Activist, and Cultural Anthropologist. My work is in: Birth, Holistic Postpartum Care, Traditional Holistic Postpartum Care, and Belly Binding Practice. I specialize in the wholeness and wellness of an expectant mother. I believe when a Mother is put first -loved on, cared for and nurtured well...then her whole home and family then is okay as well!

Hi! I’m Mavhu full spectrum doula, peer lactation counselor and Certified Evidence Based Birth Educator.

Hi there, I am a wife and mother to 3 children. I spend my days staying current on evidence based information about prenatal, peri and postnatal care. I enjoy playing soccer with my kids, cooking, decorating my home for each season and holiday as well as baking and arts and crafts with my kids after school. I have always been enamored with Labor and Delivery! My most favorite thing is to hear others that talk about their birthing experience. Whether it was positive or not, this most intimate time in their lives will always be memorable. As a birth and post partum doula with several other certifications, I make it my mission to help soon to be and returning parents have a positive birth outcome even during unpredictable situations.

Hi there. My name is Lauranda Hippeard. I am an overnight newborn care specialist. If you are looking for support with overnights so you can get sleep I’m here to help. I will help with getting your baby on a good night time routine. I will wash all pump parts and bottle parts. I use an app so that I can see what the daytime schedule looks like, and for nights for you to see how long the baby slept and feedings and poops. I look forward to helping you with your new baby!

Hey beautiful souls! I'm the Dope Doula DMV, your holistic full-spectrum doula and womb wellness coach. ✨ I'm passionate about empowering Black mamas and birthing people on their journeys, from conception to postpartum and beyond. I believe in honoring the sacred wisdom of the womb and using holistic practices to cultivate self-love, informed choices, and a birth experience filled with knowledge, power, and joy. Let's connect and co-create the birthing and wellness experience you deserve!

I am a certified labor, birth, and postpartum doula passionate about supporting families and honoring their personal preferences. With over 300 hours of yoga teacher training, a culinary arts degree in holistic and postpartum nutrition, and extensive experience as a reiki master and Certified Body Ready Method® Pro, I offer evidence-based information and heart-centered support. My calm demeanor and adaptability ensure that my clients feel seen, safe, and confident throughout their parenthood journey.

Hi, I’m Joni! I’m a Registered Nurse and full-spectrum doula with 20 years of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and life transitions. I provide: *Prenatal Yoga: Gentle sessions to ease discomfort and reduce stress. *Doula Support: Trauma-aware personalized care for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. *Reiki & Meditation: Individual sessions to restore calm and balance. Location & Travel: Rockville, MD + 40-mile radius. Learn more / Contact: Sunmoonherbswellness.com | 240-389-0699

Hey there! I'm Kimberly, a certified sleep consultant and doula. Through my business, Vela Haven, I provide comprehensive services including birth doula, postpartum, and pediatric sleep consulting. My deep passion lies in supporting families on their unique journeys. Vela Haven is built on the principles of nonjudgmental, empowering, and family-centered care. Outside my work, I relish reading, exploring new places, and cherishing life's small moments. Excited to connect with you and discuss how I can meet your needs!

Greetings! I am a birth worker now serving the DMV area. Supreme Birth Co. offers an array of services ranging from classes to birth and post partum services. Please inquire to learn more. My team and I provide Supreme care!

Hi, I'm Victoria Lynn, a postpartum doula and maternal health and wellness coach serving the DMV and RVA areas in-person and providing virtual services globally. I'm dedicated to redefining motherhood as sustainable, not sacrificial and believe becoming a mother should be a sacred time of self-exploration, safety, ritual, and deep care, not isolation and depletion. I specialize in working with women navigating the often-shocking gap between postpartum expectations and reality, offering practical interventions for physical restoration, personalized wellness habits that fit real life with a newborn and kiddos, and the permission to prioritize healing without guilt. My approach recognizes that your physical wellbeing is the foundation of everything else. When you have energy and vitality, you can fully show up for your family, your work, and most importantly, yourself.